- The problem
- Featherlite is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 trailers equipped with a meritor axle. The bearing system has exhibited low durability life in certain vehicle applications.
- The risk
- Prolonged use of the system in these applications can result in the degradation of the bearing grease, thereby potentially resulting in a bearing failure and subsequent wheel end fire.
- The fix
- Featherlite is working with the meritor to identify and repair the vehicles that contain the subject axles free of charge. The recall began on may 24, 2012. This recall campaign supersedes previous recall campaign 11v-396. Trailers that were repaired under the previous campaign will also need to be repaired under this campaign. Owners may contact featherlite at 1-563-547-6000.
Vehicle safety record
2008 Featherlite 8261 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2008 Featherlite 8261 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2012 for the non-powered axle assembly.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough 8261 years are on file
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2008 Featherlite 8261 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
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| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Featherlite 8261 | 0 | 1 | - | |
| 2008 Featherlite 8120 | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
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Questions about the 2008 Featherlite 8261
Does the 2008 Featherlite 8261 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Featherlite 8261: non-powered axle assembly (May 2012). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2008 Featherlite 8261 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
What should I do if my 2008 Featherlite 8261 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data